LAST-A-FOAM® FR-7100 Modeling Foam

[franz bolo]

Has anyone ever used this stuff before?

http://www.generalplastics.com/products/product_detail.php?pid=19

Is there anything else like it that works well?

FB

 

[gobler]

Yeah it's similar to Balsa Foam; which we used on Spy Hard to sculpt the "Nose" cone. Bought it in huge sheets and glued them together. You can basically sculpt, rasp, sand and machine it. I have used it several times to create quick protos that I could mold and replicate plastic parts. Great stuff albeit dusty as hell. You will need to ware a respirator or really good partial mask and I advise a body suit if you intend on large carvings.

Cheers,
Jeff

 

[clonesix]

Yes, it is what I use for sculpting and armetures. It can be purchased in different densities, 2#, 4#, 6#, and 12#. The higher the density, the more you will spend.

I buy mine direst from an insulation company, but if you want to order it in-line, I recomend this place: http://www.vandykestaxidermy.com/product/01327608/

 

[franz bolo]

Thanks for the info. Which density is closest to Balsa Wood?

Is it easier to sculpt because it has no grain?

Thanks

FB

 

[clonesix]

Balsa foam is 12 # density.

I sculpt in 4#

you can vacu-form over 6#